About Huntshaw Water

Huntshaw Water is a small village located in Devon, England, within the postcode area EX38. The area is primarily rural, offering a peaceful environment surrounded by farmland and natural landscapes. It is situated near the River Taw, which adds to the local scenery and provides opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking and wildlife observation. The village is close to the town of Great Torrington, which is approximately three miles away. Great Torrington offers additional amenities, including shops, cafés, and recreational facilities. Huntshaw Water serves as a quiet retreat for those looking to escape the busier towns while still being within easy reach of local services and attractions in the surrounding area.

School Ratings in Huntshaw Water

Huntshaw Water is served by 13 schools. Bluecoat Children's Centre is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Huntshaw Water

Property prices average £265K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £203K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Huntshaw Water

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Huntshaw Water, with 6 incidents logged in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Huntshaw Water

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Huntshaw Water falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Huntshaw Water

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Huntshaw Water, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 1,172 sales

Average Price £265K
£2K — £1.7M
Detached £336K 365
Semi £224K 221
Terraced £203K 463
Flat £134K 28

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

8 Primary
2 Secondary
3 Other
Great Torrington School Secondary Good 2.5 miles Horwood and Newton Tracey Community Primary School Primary 2.6 miles Bluecoat Children's Centre Outstanding 2.7 miles Great Torrington Bluecoat Church of England Primary School Primary 2.7 miles East-the-Water Community Primary School Primary Good 3.1 miles Monkleigh Primary School Primary Good 3.4 miles West Croft School Primary Good 3.8 miles Bideford Bay Children's Centre Good 4 miles St Mary's CofE Primary School Primary 4 miles Bideford College Secondary Good 4.2 miles Kingsley School Devon 4.3 miles Instow Community Primary and Pre-School Primary Good 4.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Huntshaw Water IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Huntshaw Water in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
5/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
4/10
Health
6/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
3/10
2,711 Children (0-15) 15%
10,223 Working Age 57%
6,934 Older (60+) 38%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 28.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.5% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Huntshaw Water 21 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Huntshaw Water falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring small town.

9 Violence & Sexual Offences
6 Shoplifting
3 Public Order
2 Other Theft
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 4 stations

Chapelton (Devon) Train Station 4.9 miles
Umberleigh Train Station 6.5 miles
Barnstaple Train Station 6.5 miles
Portsmouth Arms Train Station 7.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Haddacott 0.6 miles Huntshaw 0.6 miles Gammaton Moor 0.9 miles Alverdiscott 1.4 miles Stony Cross 1.4 miles Gammaton 1.8 miles Hallspill 1.9 miles Moortown 2 miles Weare Giffard 2.2 miles Newton Tracey 2.2 miles Landcross 2.5 miles Horwood 2.5 miles

Local Government

District Torridge
County Devon
Ward Great Torrington
Constituency Torridge and West Devon
Parish Great Torrington
Region South West

Streets in EX38 30 shown View all streets

A3124 2 A386 6 A388 7 Alice Mews 1 Apple Orchard 1 B3227 17 Back Lane 1 Beech Road 1 Belle Vue Cross 1 Best's Lane 1 Borough Road 3 Borough View 2 Burwood Lane 1 Burwood Road 3 Caddywell Lane 1 Caddywell Meadow 1 Calf Street 9 Calvesford Close 1 Calvesford Road 3 Castle Hill Gardens 3 Castle Street 1 Church Lane 7 Cornmarket Street 1 Cromwell Close 1 Crowbeare Meadow 1 Darracott 2 Dartington Close 1 Dartington Fields 2 Dick Hills Lane 1 Dragon Hill 1

Postcodes in EX38 50 shown View all postcodes

EX38 7AB EX38 7AD EX38 7AE EX38 7AF EX38 7AG EX38 7AH EX38 7AJ EX38 7AL EX38 7AN EX38 7AP EX38 7AQ EX38 7AR EX38 7AS EX38 7AT EX38 7AX EX38 7AZ EX38 7BA EX38 7BB EX38 7BE EX38 7BG EX38 7BH EX38 7BJ EX38 7BL EX38 7BN EX38 7BP EX38 7BQ EX38 7BR EX38 7BS EX38 7BT EX38 7BU EX38 7BW EX38 7BX EX38 7BY EX38 7BZ EX38 7DA EX38 7DB EX38 7DD EX38 7DE EX38 7DF EX38 7DG EX38 7DH EX38 7DJ EX38 7DL EX38 7DN EX38 7DP EX38 7DQ EX38 7DR EX38 7DT EX38 7DW EX38 7DX